Feedmill Maintenance - Hale Center Feedyard

About the Company:

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate 15 Feedyards and Outside Cattle Locations producing over a million head of fed cattle annually. The Company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

About the Position:

Hale Center Feedyard, one of our Texas Panhandle locations, is seeking a dedicated Feedmill Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in welding, mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance specific to feedmill operations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on feedmill equipment, including mixers, conveyors, rollers, and augers.
• Inspect and maintain feed trucks and feed delivery systems for safe, reliable operation.
• Monitor and service boilers, motors, and gearboxes used in feed processing.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to minimize downtime and keep feed production on schedule.
• Complete welding and fabrication projects related to feedmill machinery and infrastructure.
• Ensure feedmill equipment is kept clean and in safe operating condition.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing safety at all times.
• Perform other feedmill-related maintenance duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and work for 8–10 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Comfortable working around dust, noise, and moving machinery in all weather conditions.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• 2+ years of mechanical or maintenance experience (preferred).
• Welding and fabrication skills required.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, motors, and conveyor systems strongly preferred.
• Team-oriented with good communication and problem-solving skills.

Pay & Benefits:

• Full-time position with competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Bi-weekly paycheck with direct deposit.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Continuing education scholarships.

Cactus Feeders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.